I Dream of Wires

I Dream of Wires is an independent documentary that explores the history, demise, and resurgence of the modular synthesizer, a fascinating electronic music machine. The film features interviews with over 100 inventors, musicians, and enthusiasts who share their passion for the modular synthesizer and how it has influenced their lives and music. Tracing the history of the modular synthesizer, the film also outlines the history of electronic music, from its beginnings at the dawn of the electric age to the present day. Through this journey, I Dream of Wires provides a fascinating look at how technology has shaped the electronic music landscape and how the modular synthesizer has become an essential tool for radical new sounds and a bona fide subculture. Interviews include legendary electronic musicians such as Trent Reznor (Nine Inch Nails), Gary Numan, Vince Clarke (Erasure), Chris Carter (Throbbing Gristle), and Daniel Miller, as well as early adopters of the modular synthesizer, such as Morton Subotnick, Herb Deutsch, and Bernie Krause. The film also features contemporary dance and electronica artists, such as Carl Craig, James Holden, Legowelt, Jimmy Edgar, and Clark. I Dream of Wires is a must-see for anyone interested in electronic music and its history, as well as for those who appreciate the art of sound design and the pioneers who have shaped it. The film offers a unique and captivating look at an esoteric electronic music machine and the people who have dedicated their lives to it.

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